Hospital Environmental Services Tech II — Growth & Benefits

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Health Coverage Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Programs

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

NorthShore University HealthSystem is seeking an Environmental Services Technician II at Swedish Hospital in Chicago, IL. This per diem role supports cleaning and sanitation to maintain infection-free environments for patients and staff.

Responsibilities include daily room cleaning, isolation/terminal cleaning, and safe handling of cleaning chemicals. Candidates should have strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills and be able to work on-call and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Prefer high school graduate or equivalent.
• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• Knowledge of proper body mechanics for safe handling.
• Ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers.
• Clear communication to understand written and verbal instructions.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Willingness to work on call and overtime, including holidays.

Responsibilities

• Daily patient room and ancillary area cleaning per standards.
• Clean isolation/terminal rooms, including negative pressure areas.
• Dispose of soiled linens and garbage; keep cart organized daily.
• Maintain supplies of paper products, soaps, and wipes; restock as needed.
• Label and use cleaning chemicals safely; follow safety specs.
• Report any equipment or facility repairs to supervisor.
• Collaborate with supervisor to ensure service standards are met.

Skills

Body mechanics

Customer service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

On-call flexibility

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma

Job description

NorthShore University HealthSystem is seeking an Environmental Services Technician II at Swedish Hospital in Chicago, IL. This per diem role supports cleaning and sanitation to maintain infection-free environments for patients and staff.

Responsibilities include daily room cleaning, isolation/terminal cleaning, and safe handling of cleaning chemicals. Candidates should have strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills and be able to work on-call and overtime as needed.